OBDLink MX+ OBD2 Bluetooth Scanner for iPhone
- Code Readers & Scan Tool
- Better rated than 59%
A well-supported Bluetooth bridge for phone and PC diagnostic apps, worth it mainly if you are already committed to one of its named apps and an OEM-supported brand.
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How it ranks among the 17 code readers & scan tools we track
4.6★ across 15,500 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
15,500 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
6,000+ bought on Amazon last month.
Brand identity, imagery, description and spec coverage.
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Overview
A Bluetooth OBD2 adapter that turns a phone or Windows PC into the display and interface, built to pair with named diagnostic apps like FORScan, Torque, and BimmerCode rather than working as a standalone scanner.
Unlike a standalone code reader, the MX+ is the hardware half of a diagnostic setup: the seller lists specific companion apps it is meant to work with, plus enhanced OEM support for brands including Ford, GM, Mazda, and Toyota/Lexus/Scion. That app dependency is the key thing to know going in, since the adapter itself has no screen.
- Bluetooth adapter for iPhone, Android, and Windows
- Pairs with FORScan, Torque, BimmerCode, and more
- Enhanced OEM support for Ford, GM, Mazda, Toyota/Lexus/Scion, and others
- Over-voltage and battery-drain protection
Who it's for
Drivers and enthusiasts who already use, or plan to use, an app like Torque, FORScan, or Carista and want a Bluetooth adapter built for that pairing, especially on the OEM-supported brands. Not for someone who wants to read a code without touching a phone or app.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Works across iPhone, Android, and Windows
- Enhanced OEM support on several major brands
- Reaches ABS, SRS, and TPMS data too
- Over-voltage and battery-drain protection built in
- Needs a compatible app, no standalone screen
- Feature depth depends on vehicle brand and app
- Check the maker's compatibility guide first
Performance notes
The adapter connects over Bluetooth to a phone or PC, where the paired app does the actual display and interaction, from clearing the check-engine light to pulling live parameters. On the listed OEM brands it can reach further than a generic scanner, exposing more live parameters such as ABS, SRS, and TPMS data through that enhanced support, and it carries over-voltage and battery-drain protection at the hardware level.
Specifications
| Brand | OBDLink |
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How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in code readers & scan tools.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| OBDLink MX+ OBD2 Bluetooth Scanner for iPhoneThis product | 4.6 / 5 | 15,500 | 2.7 / 5 |
| ANCEL AD310 Classic Enhanced Universal OBD II Scanner Car Engine Fault Code Reader CAN…Ancel | 4.6 / 5 | 66,500 | 4.6 / 5 |
| MOTOPOWER MP69033 Car OBD2 Scanner Code Reader Engine Fault Scanner CAN Diagnostic Scan…Motopower | 4.6 / 5 | 52,100 | 4.6 / 5 |
| Autel AL319 Professional OBD2 ScannerAutel | 4.6 / 5 | 26,100 | 4.5 / 5 |
| Veepeak OBDCheck BLE Bluetooth OBD II Scanner for iOS & AndroidVeepeak | 4.5 / 5 | 24,100 | 4.5 / 5 |
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Questions about the OBDLink code readers & scan tools
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
Does the OBDLink MX+ work without an app?
No, it is a Bluetooth adapter with no screen of its own, so it needs a paired app on a phone or PC to display anything.
Which apps is the MX+ built to work with?
The seller lists FORScan, Torque, BimmerCode, Dashcommand, AlfaOBD, and Carista as supported apps, among others.
Can it read more than basic engine codes?
On brands with enhanced OEM support, such as Ford, GM, and Toyota/Lexus/Scion, it can pull additional live parameters including ABS, SRS, and TPMS data.